GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A phone scam is making the rounds in George County. Sheriff office officials say the caller claims to be from the George County Correctional Facility, asking for payment to release a family member or friend from custody. As a rule of thumb, never provide personal information, banking details, or credit card numbers to anyone who contacts you…
The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System announces their annual Mardi Gras parade. The parade happens at the Biloxi VA Medical Center, lining up at 9:15 and rolling out at 10. A ceremony will take place in the Building 17 recreation hall following the parade. This is free and the public is encouraged to come out. Categories: Local News
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has released a new mobile app. Fitch says the app is designed to connect Mississippians to some of the resources her office offers. Specifically, the app will give users more information on Narcan vending sites across the state, a tool to report robo calls, consumer protection tips, and domestic violence safety initiatives. You can download…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- One of Pascagoula High School’s English teachers is being recognized in a big way. Lauren Carpenter is named the 2026 Alabama-Mississippi Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher of the Year. Staff at the school say her excellence in teaching and her dedication to mentoring others is what won her the award. She’s also been…
The application window for Coast Electric’s Operation Round Up grant program is now open. Through this program, Coast Electric members can help support local charitable organizations within Hancock, Harrison, and Pearl River counties. Funding from this program also goes towards Coast Electric’s ‘Share your Blessings’ program, which helps those in need pay their monthly power bills. Nominations are due by…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System is celebrating a new medical clinic opening. This one is located in Downtown Biloxi on Howard Avenue. The official opening date was Monday with a ribbon cutting taking place as the community came out. Singing River shares the clinic is expected to bring convenient and comprehensive primary care closer to home. Categories: Featured,…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Police is sharing that K9 Scout received a new vest from the Department of Defense. Special Agent Terry Davis with the Office of the Inspector General and Tennessee Deputy Samuel Gregory are the ones behind the gift. The vest has a permanent banner on it, honoring Pittsburg Police K9 Rocco, who was killed…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is welcoming a new animal control officer into their ranks. Meet Kelly Mears. The Long Beach police say Mears is currently spending time getting familiar with the area and learning the department procedures. The department says they are thrilled to have her on board and appreciate the patience as she settles…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You can now sponsor one of the cold-stunned sea turtles the Mississippi Aquarium is currently rehabbing to help its recovery efforts. The aquarium says rehab costs can soar to as much as $500 per turtle and these $30 sponsorships will go a long way in helping to care for the animals. Those who sponsor a turtle will…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport has rolled out a new website that allows residents to track capital improvement projects across the city in real time. It’s called ‘Gulfport Vision’ and it comes in the form of an interactive mapping tool. Specifically, it breaks down projects by ward, lists costs, and funding sources, and gives information on progress timelines….
The Pine Hill Festival Art Contest is happening now and you have until February 27 to submit your work. The theme is ‘Elements of Pine Hill Commerce and Community Engagement.’ The work must be an 11 by 17 sized, two-dimensional art piece. No offensive art will be accepted. All submitted work will have the opportunity to be showcased at the…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- East Central High School’s CTE welding class recently built and donated some new gear racks for one Jackson County fire station. Mr. Lawson’s class donated the turnout racks to firefighters at the county’s Helena station. Jackson County Fire Protection officials say the hard work and dedication of the class will help keep firefighters organized and ready…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi Public Works crews were out and about in downtown Friday preparing for a carnival parade for the kids. The annual Biloxi Children’s Mardi Gras Walking Parade rolls Saturday morning. Kids and their parents will deck out their strollers and wagons for the festivities with this year’s theme being ‘In Search of Lost Legends.’ It all starts…
With carnival really ramping up in our area, with a little more than two weeks to go to Fat Tuesday, MDOT is releasing some safety reminders on how to stay safe along parade routes. The key things to keep in mind: watch out for pedestrians along parade routes before and after parades, don’t drink and drive after a parade, be…
Clear skies tonight will allow temperatures to fall into the low 40s and upper 30s across South Mississippi. Sunshine dominates Saturday and Sunday, with afternoon highs in the low 60s both days. Overnight lows will dip into the upper 30s and 40s, keeping mornings cool but comfortable. The warming trend begins Monday, with highs climbing into the upper 60s under…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- YMCA leaders and community members gathered in Ocean Springs to mark the start of a long-anticipated aquatics project. Shovels hit the dirt today as construction officially got underway on two brand new pools at the YMCA, made possible through a $3.7 million investment. The project included a full replacement of the aging indoor pool along with…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Applications are now open for a new law camp aimed at giving high school students a firsthand look inside the legal world. A Harrison County judge is launching the program this summer. It’s designed to spark interest in careers in law. Judge Alison Baker is starting a new law camp in Harrison County called the Gargiulo…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s the end of an era at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center. Matt McDonnell has worked at the facility for 40 years, serving as executive director for 11 years. He’ll be retiring at the end of the month. February 28 will be his last day at the helm. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott talked to…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Humane Society of South Mississippi is offering an adoption special for the month of February. It’s called ‘Have a Heart,’ HSSM saying every heartworm positive dog adopted in February will receive full heartworm treatment sponsorship. That will be no cost to the owner. The special also includes adoption fees being waived for all heartworm positive dogs….
The Church of the Good Shepard in Long Beach is hosting a special guest on February 18. The African Children’s Choir will be hosting a free concert, also sharing customs, food and culture. Ugandan Tour Leader Daniel Tamale joins us via Zoom with the details. The concert takes place February 18 at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Good…
It’s almost time for Girl Scout Cookie Season to start! The cookies will be out and for sale beginning February 13. Joanna O’Conor joins us in studio, sharing details on a new flavor being released as well. Categories: Local News
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County School District is hosting a job fair next Thursday. Those interested will need to head to the Stone Career and Technical Education Center on February 12 starting at 4:30 that afternoon. The fair will run until 6:30. These applicants would start during the 2026-2027 school year. A few positions being looked at include…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The State Department of Employment Security is hosting a job fair next Tuesday. That’s taking place at the MGCCC Health, Physical, and Aquatic Education Building at their Gautier campus. The job fair will run from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Those wanting to attend need to dress for success, be prepared for onsite interviews, and bring plenty…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach has put some safety measures in place ahead of the Carnival Association of Long Beach Parade this weekend. A barrier has been set up near the railroad track in the city after CSX raised concerns about the proximity of people and vehicles near the railroad tracks after last year’s parade. No…